Anryu kurouchi damascus shirogami#2 gyuto 210mm

Specifications

The Anryu Kurouchi Damascus Shirogami #2 Gyuto 210mm is a versatile chef’s knife from Echizen, Japan. Featuring a Shirogami #2 carbon steel core with iron-clad damascus and a kurouchi finish. Perfect for those who prefer a carbon steel knife with an excellent distal taper.

• Hand-forged in Echizen, Japan by blacksmith Takumi Ikeda
• Gyuto: Multi-purpose Japanese chef knife ideal for meat, fish, and vegetables
• 213mm (8.39") cutting edge length with 46.7mm height at heel
• Weight: 170g—well-balanced for extended cutting sessions
• Substantial spine tapering from 5.2mm at handle to 0.6mm near tip
• Shirogami #2 (White #2) carbon steel core
• Reactive iron cladding develops a protective patina over time
• Kurouchi damascus finish for a rustic aesthetic
• Oval rosewood handle

About the Blacksmith

Takumi Ikeda is an Echizen Traditional Craftsman operating at Takefu Knife Village and the fifth-generation successor of Anryu Hamono. He began his apprenticeship under Katsushige Anryu in 2007 and became the successor of Anryu Hamono in January 2021. As Anryu’s nephew, he inherited the workshop’s leadership when his uncle had no sons to continue the family tradition. He forges using traditional methods and works with high-carbon steels, including Aogami #2, Aogami Super, and Shirogami #2. Before becoming successor, he was the primary blacksmith producing knives for the Anryu workshop.

Details

• Brand: Anryu
• Blacksmith: Takumi Ikeda
• Producing Area: Echizen, Japan
• Knife Type: Gyuto
• Finish: Kurouchi Damascus
• Core Steel: Shirogami #2 / White #2
• HRC: ~62
• Steel Type: Carbon Steel
• Cladding: Iron-clad Damascus

Blade & Handle Specs

• Overall length: 362mm
• Blade length (heel to tip): 213mm (8.39")
• Blade height at heel: 46.7mm
• Spine thickness:
  • At the handle: 5.2mm
  • At the heel: 3.6mm
  • Midway: 1.7mm
  • 1cm from the tip: 0.6mm
• Weight: 170g
• Edge/bevel: 50:50
• Handle: Oval rosewood
• Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
• Saya/Sheath: Not included

Notes

• For the care and maintenance of Japanese knives, such as this Anryu Kurouchi Damascus Shirogami #2 Gyuto 210mm, please refer to our care guide below.
• Slight measurement variations are common in Japanese kitchen knives.
• Small surface finish variations in knives are a normal part of the handcrafting process.